Sports

Jax auto show this weekend

Beth Jones
Thursday, February 16, 2023
The 37th annual Jacksonville International Auto Show will take place all weekend at the Prime F. Osborn III Convention Center concluding Sunday. Only at the Jacksonville International Auto Show can attendees compare models, designs, styles, options and pricing from 18 different manufacturers.
Hornets beat Crusaders to clinch region championship. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Hornets beat Crusaders to clinch region championship. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

In pictures: Hornets beat Crusaders to clinch region championship

Beth Jones
Thursday, February 16, 2023
The Hornets keep writing history, beating Bishop Kenny Wednesday night in their latest chapter. The Yulee High School boys soccer team (18-2-1) beat host Kenny 2-1 in the Region 1-4A championship. Yulee scored 16 minutes into Wednesday’s match. The Crusaders answered with 26 minutes to play.
Pirate netters back on the court Photos by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Pirate netters back on the court Photos by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Pirate netters back on the court

Beth Jones
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
The high school tennis season is in full swing, and the Fernandina Beach High School teams have two matches in the books. The FBHS netters traveled to Yulee Thursday, and the Lady Pirates beat the host Hornets 7-0.
Hornets captured their first playoff victory. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Hornets captured their first playoff victory. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Hornets capture their first playoff victory

Beth Jones
Thursday, February 9, 2023
The Hornets captured their first playoff victory in school history Wednesday. The Yulee High School boys soccer team (16-2-1) edged West Florida 2-0 in a region quarterfinal match and advanced to Saturday’s semifinal round, where they face top-seed Wakulla. The match starts at 7 p.m.
The Fernandina Beach and Yulee high schools’ girls soccer teams played Tuesday in the semifinal round of the district tournament at FBHS. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

The Fernandina Beach and Yulee high schools’ girls soccer teams played Tuesday in the semifinal round of the district tournament at FBHS. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Lady Pirates, Hornets play for district crowns

Beth Jones
Thursday, February 2, 2023
The Lady Pirates shut out the Lady Warriors 3-0 Tuesday night in a semifinal match of the District 3-4A tournament en route to Thursday’s title match against top-seed Stanton. The Fernandina Beach High School girls soccer team (9-4-1 and the second seed) hosted West Nassau (10-8-1).
Yulee High School seniors, seated from left, Grace King, Jye Thompson, Josiah Evans and Chris Turner signed national letters of intent Wednesday to play their respective sport in college. They are pictured with their YHS coaches. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Yulee High School seniors, seated from left, Grace King, Jye Thompson, Josiah Evans and Chris Turner signed national letters of intent Wednesday to play their respective sport in college. They are pictured with their YHS coaches. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

Four senior Hornets pen to play on next level

Beth Jones
Thursday, February 2, 2023
As the school day was getting under way Wednesday morning at Yulee High School, four senior athletes set their future plans in motion.
Spencer Ross has enjoyed winning kingfish and wahoo events while fishing from his center-console fishing boat, Team Flossy. Pictured is a big catch of swordfish and other species caught by Ross and fishing team members,. Submitted photo

Spencer Ross has enjoyed winning kingfish and wahoo events while fishing from his center-console fishing boat, Team Flossy. Pictured is a big catch of swordfish and other species caught by Ross and fishing team members,. Submitted photo

75th annual Jacksonville Boat Show

Beth Jones
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
One thing is for certain. Center-console fishing boars are definitely the choice of the avid angler. Center-console fishing boats offer 360 degrees of fishing and many more options that help fishermen catch more fish and get to the fishing grounds faster with a smoother ride.
Game day every Saturday for Yulee Basketball Association

Game day every Saturday for Yulee Basketball Association

Game day every Saturday for Yulee Basketball Association

Beth Jones
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
The Yulee Basketball Asociation held opening day ceremonies Jan. 21 at Yulee Middle School on Miner Road. The league boasts 17 teams. Gamers are played every Saturday beginning at 9 a.m. and running through 6 p.m. Admissions is free
The Fernandina Beach High School boys and girls basketball teams hosted Yulee Saturday night. The YHS boys host FBHS Friday for a rematch. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

The Fernandina Beach High School boys and girls basketball teams hosted Yulee Saturday night. The YHS boys host FBHS Friday for a rematch. Photo by Beth Jones/News-Leader

In pictures: Hornets, Lady Pirates victorious

Beth Jones
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
The Pirates (9-11) hosted the Hornets (11-11) Saturday night, and the Yulee High School boys basketball team prevailed 57-44. Yulee jumped out to a 12-7 first-quarter lead and led 27-16 at halftime. Senior guard Jye Thompson led Yulee with a double-double.

2023 Governor’s Baseball Dinner slated for Feb. 16

Beth Jones
Friday, January 27, 2023
After a two-year hiatus, the Governor’s Baseball Dinner returns to throw out the first pitch of the 2023 Florida Grapefruit League season. The 2023 Governor’s Baseball Dinner will be held Feb. 16 at TD Ballpark in Dunedin, the hometown of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.